Lake District activity holiday
| country: | England |
| location: | Lake District |
| departures: | 2009: 11 Sep |
| price: | From £340 (4 days) excluding flights. Single supplement £30. Price includes 3 nts hotel fullboard, activities, equipment, guides and transfers. |
| vouchers: | Gift vouchers can be used with this holiday |
the amazing things you'll be doing
Based around Derwent Water - “The Queen of the English Lakes” - and the picturesque Borrowdale Valley, this Lake District holiday is the active way to explore some of England’s most beautiful countryside. Our activity agenda ensures that you see the best of the mountains and lakes whilst participating in some fantastic adventures. Our accommodation is a superbly located hotel just 5 minutes walk from the bustling market town of Keswick and right next door to the leisure pool. One thing is sure - you won’t be bored!
day-by-day itinerary
| Day 1: | Arrival and dinner. You will have time to check in and settle into your room before dinner and an introduction with your guide. |
| Day 2: | Mountain experience, climbing & abseiling. When you visit the Lake District it is almost mandatory to climb a few hills!! We will be guided in the morning by a qualified mountain leader for a half day of walking in the spectacular mountains and fells. After lunch, we head for a local rock face. Our instructors will ensure that we are safely harnessed and provide expert tuition before we try our ascent. Descending by abseil is just fun, fun, fun! |
| Day 3: | Mountain biking & gorge scrambling. Our route this morning may vary according to local conditions but here’s the basic plan. We start on a stretch of the old Keswick railway line to allow us to get familiarised with the bikes. Then it’s an ascent up Latrigg’s old miners’ path which is rewarded by an off-road descent to Spooney Green and a short ride on tarmac back to the hotel. In the afternoon, following a short uphill walk alongside the gorge at Stoneycroft Ghyll, we make our way downstream with a series of scrambles, slides, ducks, dives, swims and jumps. The experience is like being in a natural water park and is an absolute favourite each and every year. |
| Day 4: | Depart or extend your stay. |
how this holiday makes a difference
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Our activity centre is located at the head of the stunningly beautiful Borrowdale Valley in the Lake District National Park. The centre offers a large range of outdoor activities and is operated in an environmentally responsible and community friendly manner. The centre’s management prides itself on employing local people on long-term contracts, allowing staff to stay resident in this beautiful area. All of the centre’s instructors and staff are briefed on responsible travel and use of the environment, in turn passing on this message to the many customers.
They are also familiar with the local area to such an extent that they carefully select activity sites and ensure that numbers are controlled to prevent erosion of the natural habitat through overuse. The centre uses only produce provided by local suppliers, thus providing only the freshest produce for its customers whilst supporting the local economy. The centre has an active recycling programme, which all staff and customers are briefed in and encouraged to use. Each year the staff monitor the centre’s energy consumption and investments are made in new energy saving appliances and procedures. The ideal location in the heart of Borrowdale means that use of transport for activities can be kept to a minimum. If transport is needed local companies are used to help boost the local economy. The centre works closely with the National Trust, the National Park Authority, the local community and other nearby outdoor centres to ensure that the local area and activity sites are managed thoughtfully, with any environmental impact kept to a minimum. The centre is also a key member of the Borrowdale User Group (BUG), through which they assist in reporting and informing other users about any areas of concern and implement plans to deal with any current or potential problems. |
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